Blue 2 Fire Morning Update – May 25, 2024 — Ruidoso-NM.gov | Municipal Website of the Village of Ruidoso, NM

High Wind Warning:
A High Wind Warning remains in effect from 11 AM MST to 6 PM MST today, Saturday, May 25th. Southwest winds of 35 to 45 mph are expected, with gusts up to 60 mph. These high winds are likely to produce smoke in and around the Village of Ruidoso.

Responding Efforts:
Currently, there are 177 crewmembers working both by air and ground to combat the Blue 2 Fire. Additional crews are expected to arrive throughout today and tomorrow.

Evacuation Orders:

GO NOW (LEVEL 3 – Evacuations are necessary to preserve life safety):

• NEW GO NOW: Villa Madonna Subdivision

• Bonito Lake Rd

• Forest Service Rd 108

• Forest Service Rd 107

• Forest Service Rd 127A (Upper Eagle Creek off of Ski Run Rd and surrounding area along 532 Ski Run Rd)

SET (LEVEL 2 – Within 5 miles of the village limits):

• Sierra Vista Subdivision

• Sun Valley Subdivision

READY (LEVEL 1 – Within 10 miles of the village limits):

Please remain vigilant and prepared to evacuate if you are in the affected areas.

Stay tuned for further updates and follow the instructions of local authorities to ensure your safety.